Underplayed Gems

Fathom's 40 (1982)

Fathom's 40 cover

Platforms: Apple II, PC-88
Genres: Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 4 player ratings
Where to get it: My Abandonware

How it feels

This game feels like a deliberate and methodical simulation of World War II naval warfare, requiring careful strategic thinking.

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Screenshots

Fathom's 40 screenshot 1

Fathom's 40 screenshot 2

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